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Zao Onsen Zao Shiki no Hotel

Introducing the
Japan Quality Accreditation
This establishment has been awarded our Japan Quality accreditation. It has received high ratings from its guests for providing exemplary service, and through its operations it has demonstrated the ability to offer an authentic Japanese travel experience.
Yamagata City, Yamagata, Japan
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A scenic and fashionable hotel on the shores of a quiet forested lake. Wi-Fi is available in the entire building!

Guest review score

Exceptional
Reviews: 336
4.7

Access

Mokichi Kinenkan-mae Station
31 min drive
Zao Station
33 min drive
Kaminoyamaonsen Station
34 min drive

Property facilities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Spa / Beauty salon
  • Restaurant
  • Lounge
  • Completely non-smoking

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
1 room type
[Renovated in 2021] Japanese-style deluxe twin/massage chair
[Renovated in 2021] Japanese-style deluxe twin/massage chair
[Renovated in 2021] Japanese-style deluxe twin/massage chair
No smoking
40 m²
Max 4 adults / 3 children
  • Shirakaba-no-Yu / Shirakaba-no-Yu, a large communal bath with a large window and a feeling of openness
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 27 Nov
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (restaurant)
    Non-refundable
    Credit card prepayment only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    $477.53
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Winter [1-night with breakfast plan] Easy hot spring trip Simple plan with breakfast included [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 27/11/2025 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Credit card prepayment only

    [Notice of Winter Closure for Shirakaba no Yu Indoor Open-air Bath] Closure Period: Late December to the end of February during the severe winter season Please note that the indoor bath of Shirakaba no Yu and the Hanareyu Hyakuhappo (open-air bath, indoor bath, and foot bath) can be used as usual. << Simple plan with breakfast only >> Recommended for those who prefer to dine out for dinner or arrive late! A simple accommodation plan with 'No dinner, breakfast included.' After your arrival, enjoy our pride [Hanareyu Hyakuhachiho][Large Bath Shirakaba-no-Yu]! This plan includes breakfast only. Dinner is not included. [Regarding Child Admission] To ensure a quiet environment for our guests, children must be elementary school age or older to stay. [ Meals (Dining Area) ] Dinner: Not included Breakfast: Buffet (may be Japanese set meal) [ Hot Springs ] Hanareyu Hyakuhachiho: Just 108 steps from the hotel to 'Hanareyu Hyakuhachiho' Enjoy the milky white natural hot springs while gazing at the majestic mountain scenery Large Bath 'Shirakaba no Yu' Slightly alkaline mineral spring. A bright and open bath characterized by large windows. [ Notes ] A separate bathing tax of 150 yen will be charged. The meal content may be subject to change. <<The Charms of Zao Shiki no Hotel! >> Surrounded by nature, you can enjoy your stay while feeling the changes of the four seasons. Just 108 steps from the hotel, enjoy a 100% natural hot spring with free-flowing water at 'Hanare-yu Hyappo.' There is also a large public bath called 'Shirakaba no Yu' within the hotel premises. Enjoy free hot spring hopping at two sister hotels! You can enjoy bathing both before check-in and after check-out. We can also store your luggage before check-in and after check-out. Free shuttle service available between Yamagata Station and our facility! (Reservation required at least 3 days in advance)

    $477.53
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Non-refundable
    • Credit card prepayment only
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    27/11/2025 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 1/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 1/04/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

  •  You can enjoy the taste of Mt. Zao / Yamagata abundantly * Image
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 27 Nov
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Dinner (restaurant)
    Breakfast (restaurant)
    Credit card prepayment only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    $654.15
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Winter Season [Standard] A full taste of delicious Yamagata cuisine 'Zao Mountain Kaiseki' [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    Free cancellation until 27/11/2025 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Credit card prepayment only

    [Notice of Winter Closure for Shirakaba no Yu Indoor Open-air Bath] Closure Period: Late December to the end of February during the severe winter season Please note that the indoor bath of Shirakaba no Yu and the Hanareyu Hyakuhappo (open-air bath, indoor bath, and foot bath) can be used as usual. << Enjoy Yamagata beef prepared in your favorite cooking style >> The main dish for dinner is the rich and flavorful [Yamagata Beef] Cooking styles include 'grilled on a ceramic plate,' 'shabu-shabu,' and 'sukiyaki,' You can choose your preferred option for each person. Savor a dinner featuring Yamagata beef as the main dish, along with plenty of seasonal delicacies from Yamagata! [ Plan Benefits ] ・Choose one dish from three Yamagata beef options Select from 'grilled on a ceramic plate,' 'shabu-shabu,' and 'sukiyaki' Each person can choose their own main dish. Please specify the dish name and the number of people. Please also let us know the name of the main dish your child would like. If you have any food allergies, please specify the allergens and the chosen dish. If no preference is specified, we will prepare 'Toban-yaki' for everyone. If ingredient changes are required due to allergies, please contact us by 12:00 noon the day before. We cannot accommodate changes on the same day. [Regarding Child Admission] To ensure a quiet environment for our guests, children must be elementary school age or older to stay. [ Meals (Dining Area) ] Dinner: 'Zao Mountain Kaiseki' with a choice of Yamagata beef dishes Dinner latest start time: 19:00 Breakfast: Buffet (may be a Japanese set meal) [ Hot Spring ] Detached Bath - 108 Steps Away Enjoy the milky white natural hot springs while admiring the majestic mountain range Large Bath 'Shirakaba no Yu' Slightly alkaline mineral spring. A bright and open bath characterized by large windows [Important Information] An additional bathing tax of 150 yen applies Meal contents may change partially

    $654.15
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (restaurant)
    • Breakfast (restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Non-refundable
    • Credit card prepayment only
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    27/11/2025 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 1/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 1/04/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

[2021 Renovation] Japanese-Style Deluxe Twin [Twin room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
40 m²
Max 4 adults / 3 children